I read with great interest Scott Brinton’s column on contributing to nonprofit organizations, “Saving the world, $10 at a time, part II” (Jan. 10-16), and his inquiry about readers’ favorite groups. Thank you for this opportunity to share information about the INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network). Started in 1983 as a single soup kitchen, the INN now maintains 19 soup kitchens throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, as well as emergency shelters and a long-term housing

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For more than two years, I have volunteered in Hempstead at the Mary Brennan INN — the first and largest of this amazing organization’s endeavors. Our goal is to serve “hungry and homeless Long Islanders with dignity, respect and love.” I invite your readers to learn more at www.the-inn.org.